Is CVE-2017-20264 actively exploited?

No active exploitation of CVE-2017-20264 has been confirmed so far. Continue monitoring, as exploit status can change.

Can CVE-2017-20264 be exploited remotely?

Yes. CVE-2017-20264 is exploitable remotely over the network (CVSS attack vector: Network).

What is the CVSS score of CVE-2017-20264?

CVE-2017-20264 has a CVSS score of 7.1 (HIGH).

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HIGH

CVE-2017-20264

CWE-89Published: June 19, 2026· Updated: Jun 22, 2026

7.1

CVSS v3.1

Official Description

Joomla! Component Sponsor Wall 8.0 contains an SQL injection vulnerability that allows unauthenticated attackers to execute arbitrary SQL queries by injecting malicious code through the wallid parameter. Attackers can send GET requests to index.php with the option=com_sponsorwall&task=click&wallid parameter containing SQL injection payloads to extract sensitive database information including credentials and configuration data.

NVD Source

Technical Analysis

CVE-2017-20264 can be exploited remotely over the network without requiring physical or adjacent access, significantly expanding the attack surface for threat actors.

Exploitation does not require any privileges, though user interaction (Required) is needed, which slightly reduces the risk of mass automated attacks.

A successful exploit results in complete confidentiality breach (data exposure), with a CVSS base score of 7.1.

From a weakness classification perspective (CWE-89): SQL injection vulnerabilities allow attackers to manipulate database queries, potentially exposing or modifying sensitive data.